CASTLES & KINGS: LONDON TO PARIS ITINERARY:
Day 1 – Arrive London / A private double-decker bus ride
Tour departs: 11:00 AM from London’s Heathrow Airport.
Welcome to London, one of Europe’s most delightful capital
cities. You will be spending the next four nights in the heart
of London, minutes from landmark sights. Board a private
double-decker bus for a fun-filled sightseeing excursion this
afternoon – it’s a perfect introduction to some of the most
famous sights in London. Join us for a welcome reception and
dinner tonight as you get to know your fellow travelers. Meals
LD
Day 2 – Tower of London and a ride on the London Eye
Meet an English “Beefeater” today before exploring the
infamous Tower of London – it has served as both a castle and
prison through the centuries! See the Bloody Tower and the
priceless Crown Jewels, and then board a riverboat for a scenic
cruise along the Thames River. You will experience a different
view of the city from your glass pod on the British Airways
London Eye; the world’s highest observation wheel takes you 450
feet above the Thames River. Meals BL
Day 3 – Windsor Castle and Wicked in the West End theatre
district
See how English royalty live on a visit to Windsor Castle;
built by William the Conqueror in 1070, it has been home to the
kings and queens of England for over 900 years! When Queen
Elizabeth is in residence, a flag called the Royal Standard
flies from the Round Tower; at other times, you’ll see the Union
Flag. View Queen Mary’s Dolls’ House, dating back to 1924; this
exquisitely detailed miniature palace even has a tiny wine
cellar that contains real wine. London’s West End is the largest
theatre district in the world, dating back to 1663. Tonight
you’ll get a chance to experience the magic of theatre when you
attend a performance of the hit musical Wicked; this
“spectacular spectacle” reveals that you’ve not been told the
whole story about the Land of Oz... Meals B
Day 4 – Explore London’s famous museums
A choice of activities today includes visiting one of two
popular museums. Mingle with superstars and your favorite
celebrities on a visit to Madame Tussaud’s Wax Museum where
everyone looks real – or see Egyptian mummies, including
animals, on a guided tour of the British Museum. The remainder
of the day is free. Meals B
Day 5 – Travel First Class aboard Eurostar to Paris
Travel First Class aboard the high-speed Eurostar train
today for a journey that takes you from London to Paris in just
two hours and fifteen minutes, the fastest time ever, with an
amazing ride under the English Channel. We’ll introduce you to
the city on a sightseeing tour, and then check you into your
hotel, overlooking Tuilerie Gardens. Dinner tonight is at
Montparnasse Tower, boasting phenomenal views of the Eiffel
Tower and the glittering city below. Meals BLD
Day 6 – Tour the Palace at Château de Versailles
Standing about a half hour outside of Paris, Château de
Versailles, one of the most extravagant palaces in Europe,
virtually glitters with gold! During a guided tour this morning,
you won’t be surprised to learn that Louis XIV spent a lot of
money building this royal residence – it would cost more than $2
billion to build today. Hear stories about life in the palace,
and stroll through its beautiful formal gardens. You’ll be back
in Paris before lunch, where you can explore as you wish – your
hotel is close to the famous Musée du Louvre; the world’s
largest palace and museum, it houses some of the greatest art in
the world. Meals B
Day 7 – Visit Notre Dame and Montmartre
Some say that Notre Dame is the true heart of Paris,
reigning proudly over the Ile de la Cité and the River Seine
since the 12th century. You’ll have a chance to tour this huge
Gothic cathedral with a local expert today, seeing the bell
tower made famous by Quasimodo in The Hunchback of Notre Dame.
For centuries, Parisian artists have flocked to Montmartre where
they draw, paint, and sketch. A guided walking tour takes you
through this hilltop village for a chance to see them at work.
Enjoy free time to explore this afternoon before we treat you to
a private farewell dinner cruise on the River Seine. Bid au
revoir to Paris under the glow of the city lights tonight. Meals
BD
Day 8 – Journey home
Tour Ends: 9:30 AM at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport.
Persons departing at other times should secure their own
transportation to the airport. Allow a minimum of 2 1⁄2 hours
for flight check-in. Meals B
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